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CBC TV Production "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition" Wins Grand Prize in Entertainment Division at the 52nd Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards! Producer & Director Also Receives "Reporting & Production Award"!

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Published Jun 9, 2026 8:13 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:59 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The documentary program "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition," produced by CBC Television, has won the Grand Prize in the Entertainment Division at the 52nd Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards.
Furthermore, the program's producer and director also received the "Reporting & Production Award," achieving a double win for both the program and the individual.

The documentary program "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition," produced by CBC Television, has won the Grand Prize in the Entertainment Division at the 52nd Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards. Furthermore, the program's producer and director also received the "Reporting & Production Award," achieving a double win for both the program and the individual.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001537.000015357.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 9, 2026

At this year's Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards, which honor outstanding programs and streaming content, CBC Television's "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition" has received the highest award, the Grand Prize, in the Entertainment Division. Additionally, the program's producer and director received the "Reporting & Production Award," achieving a double win for both the program and the individual.

This achievement follows the program's previous recognition with the "Excellent Prize" in the Television Division at the 63rd Galaxy Awards, marking a consecutive series of prestigious accolades!

◆ "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition"

"Heartful World" is an irregularly broadcast program where directors visit places not usually accessible, camera in hand, to search for "heartfulness" through solo reporting. For the "Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition," the production team spent a record-breaking one year on interviews, gradually building trust with the residents and meticulously conveying the real thoughts and daily lives of the people living within the dam.

◆ Evaluation by the Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards

The program received the following evaluation: "Despite repeated rejections, the reporter persistently visited the location, eventually delving into the lives of the subjects. This is a masterpiece of documentary variety that listens to the voices of the voiceless."

◆ Program Overview

Program Name: "Heartful World"

Awarded Edition: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition

Cast: HikoLohe (Studio MC), Shogo Suzuki (Narration)

Distribution: Netflix / AmazonPrimeVideo / U-NEXT / hulu / ABEMA

HP: https://hicbc.com/tv/heartfulworld/

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Awards
Organizations: CBC Television / Netflix / Amazon Prime Video
Dates in source: 52nd Hoso Bunka Foundation Awards / 63rd Galaxy Awards
Products / services: Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition

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FAQ

What kind of award is the Hoso Bunka Foundation Award, which "Heartful World: Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition" won?

The Hoso Bunka Foundation Award is a prestigious award presented to outstanding programs and individuals who have contributed to the improvement of broadcasting culture in Japan. The Grand Prize in the Entertainment Division is given to the year's best entertainment program.

How long was the reporting period for the program?

The reporting period for the "Kyoto Kamiya River Sabo Dam Edition" lasted for a record-breaking one year. This extended period allowed for the careful building of trust with the residents.

What is the "Reporting & Production Award" received by the producer and director?

The "Reporting & Production Award" is given to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional reporting and production efforts for a program. It signifies that the individual's achievements were recognized in addition to the program's overall award.

Has this program won other awards in the past?

Yes, this work also received the "Excellent Prize" in the Television Division at the recently announced "63rd Galaxy Awards," marking consecutive wins at two major awards alongside the Hoso Bunka Foundation Award.

How does the program depict the role of sabo dams and the lives of the people working there?

The program focuses on and meticulously portrays the significance of sabo dams and the real thoughts and daily lives of the people working within these facilities. It is highly acclaimed as a documentary that listens to the voices of the voiceless.

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